This Week in Entertainment
May kicks off with a jolt of cinematic suspense, star-powered drama, and a mix of old favourites and new beginnings on stage and streaming. From 90s reboots to fresh musicals, here’s what to watch in the GTA this week.
In Theatres This Week
🎬 New Releases – May 2, 2025:
- “Thunderbolts” – Marvel’s newest anti hero team takes center stage with Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan leading a shadowy mission that threatens the MCU status quo.
- “The Surfer” – Nicolas Cage stars in this intense psychological thriller set on the eerie shores of Australia, where a man’s troubled past resurfaces.
- “Bonjour Tristesse” – A reimagined adaptation of the French classic, diving into emotional upheaval and heartbreak with a modern cinematic lens.
🎟️ Still in Theatres:
- “The Accountant 2” – Ben Affleck returns in this high-stakes action sequel.
- “Until Dawn” – Based on the hit game, this horror flick keeps audiences on edge.
Streaming This Week
📺 New Streaming Releases:
- “Another Simple Favor” (May 1, 2025, Prime Video) – Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively return in this stylish, suspense-filled sequel that blends motherhood with murder.
- “The Four Seasons” (May 1, 2025, Netflix) – A comedy series starring Tina Fey and Steve Carell, exploring friendships, love, and change across the seasons of life.
Stage Spotlight: What’s On in Toronto Theatres
Toronto’s theatre scene blossoms with long-running hits and new family programming:
- “Disney’s The Lion King” at Princess of Wales Theatre – A visual and musical spectacular running through August.
- “Life After” at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre – The moving Canadian musical runs until May 10.
- “Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical” at CAA Theatre – Final week to catch this funny, family-friendly hit (ends May 4).
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